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Orange County Has 145 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 1150 Reviews

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation and more

Bio: Shannon Williamson was born and raised in Hillsborough, North Carolina. She obtained her undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Law Degree from North Carolina Central University School of Law. Shannon has ded...

Rating: 7.0

Call for a consultation(833) 576-0291

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Business, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Review: "Marissa helped us with some key questions we had about incorporation and business contracts. She also caught a couple of things that we hadn't thought of, which will be very important over time. Feeling very good about having her on our team long ..."

Rating: 7.2

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Orange County, NC

Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Business, Personal Injury and more

Review: "We hired Mr. Mckissick to do our Will. He had helped us before with an car accident and ticket. He is always very professional and on top of things. I love that he walks you through everything while answering any questions you may have."

Rating: 8.0

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Workers Compensation, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy and more

Bio: Mr. Wilson is a member of the Durham County Bar Association, the American Bar Association, the North Carolina Bar Association and the North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers. He serves as a board member of the Large Law Firm Management Section of ...

Rating: 10

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation and more

Bio: Ken Steinberg, Personal Injury Attorney in Durham NC, understands the frustrations of people who are dealing with insurance companies, medical providers, workers’ compensation claims, criminal and traffic matters, and the legal system. He has been...

Rating: 6.5

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and more

Bio: I also have an office in Raleigh at 4400 Falls of Neuse Road. Call me. I have Practiced Criminal Defense, DWI & Traffic Law in the Wake, Orange and Durham area for 18 years. I am a former Asst DA in Cimberland and Orange County.

Rating: 9.5

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Bio: An Alamance County native, Ray earned his Juris Doctorate from North Carolina Central University School of Law. He received his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a minor in History from Campbell University. Prior to joining the Law Offi...

Rating: 7.8

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Child Support and more

Bio: I spend a lot of time in District and Superior Court, with trial experience in both courtrooms. I have gained a reputation for working hard for my clients and going the extra mile to make sure that you get what you need. Everyone's legal situation...

Rating: 7.0

Call for a consultation(866) 547-7042

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Business and more

Bio: Jeff Carmon is licensed to practice law in North Carolina and in the United States District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina. He received his BA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and JD from North Carolina Central Unive...

Rating: 7.2

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, General Practice, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Review: "Mr. Hudson has been great as he always returns calls and offers great advice as I work through the process of POA with my aging parents. I appreciate his authentic and personable nature."

Rating: 6.5

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Litigation and more

Review: "One of the best.....I am so blessed to have met such a nice lawyer always keeps me informed!"

Rating: 9.1

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Danielle Blass is a very talented, and dedicated attorney. The best defense attorney I've ever had. Danielle is a caring , intelligent young lady with the brightest of futures ahead of her. She will work for you, and do a stellar job in the court ..."

Rating: 7.9

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Review: "When I say Johnathan is the man he is he is straight forward don’t play around and be on it. He tell you he going to make something happen and that’s what he do. My family have worked with him for years and still til this day we still call on him."

Rating: 6.4

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Appeals

Bio: Kellie Mannette is a Board Certified Specialist in State Criminal Law and Juvenile Delinquency Law. Ms. Mannette has been dedicated to defending the rights of the accused her entire career. After graduating from law school, Ms. Mannette joined the...

Rating: 10

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Jason Craig is an Attorney for based out of Asheville and personally serving our clients in Burke, Caldwell, Polk, Rutherford, and Transylvania Counties. Prior to working with , Jason worked with his father in Alamance County handling criminal and...

Rating: 6.2

Call for a consultation(855) 703-4214

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 6 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Bio: A public servant, an individual who serves at the pleasure of the public; Sable has always felt her best when being able to help others in need. As a former Pitt County prosecutor, she has had the opportunity to tailor justice in a more progessive...

Rating: 7.0

Call for a consultation(877) 657-9752

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Mr Widenhouse is the best attorney i have dealt with in 22 yrs. He was able to obtain post-conviction relief in Federal court, 300mnth sentence reduced to 144mnth. Hes a man of his word!!!"

Rating: 6.5

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Personal Injury and more

Review: "Mr Aus is knowledgeable ( off the cuff )in Federal law. Very professional and stayed in close contact during crucial times in my case despite his own family struggles at the time. He kept me informed of his goals with my case based own our meeting..."

Rating: 6.9

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Mediation, Litigation

Review: "Attorney Allen helped me get my children back from a bad situation and I received primary custody and was awarded my marital home. I would recommend him to anyone in need of a great family lawyer,"

Rating: 6.3

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Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Expungement and more

Review: "I cannot say enough good things about Attorney Cyrus Griswold and The Law Offices of Coleman, Merritt, Murphy & Rainsford, P.C. Facing criminal charges was one of the most stressful experiences of my life. I was in completely uncharted territory, ..."

Rating: 7.1

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